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Can a Lotion make you Limitless?

Last Updated: March 17, 2017

Limitless Lotion

You know I love to try new things that might help relieve pain or make life easier, and you know I'm a huge fan of CBD oil (or hemp oil extract). So, when offered the chance to try this latest product I couldn't say no. I have been given this Limitless Lotion as part of a product review through … [Read more...]

Leave a Comment Filed Under: Fibromyalgia, sponsored, Treatment Tagged With: alternative therapies, cbd oil, product review

My Bedtime Routine

Last Updated: November 28, 2016

My bedtime routine for a good night's sleep

Sleep is the devil. I wear a fitbit for two reasons, to monitor my sleep and to make sure I don't go overboard with activity. Up until a year ago, I was pretty excited if I managed to hit even close to 8 hours of sleep in a night without the help of Ambien. To get just six hours of sleep in a … [Read more...]

4 Comments Filed Under: Coping, Fibromyalgia, Tips and Tricks Tagged With: cbd oil, sleep, sleep aids

My Favorite Things: 12 products I can’t do without

Last Updated: October 10, 2016

My Favorite Things

I am given the opportunity to review a lot of things here. And, I've been asked by a few readers if my reviews are true and/or if the products are items that I continue to use. The answers are yes and sometimes. I don't keep using every item. Sometimes it's just not something that fits in my life, … [Read more...]

Leave a Comment Filed Under: Coping, Tips and Tricks, Treatment Tagged With: cbd oil, oska, theraspecs

4 Products That Have Helped Reduce My Pain

Last Updated: September 19, 2016

4 Great products for pain relief

I've been dealing with chronic pain for a long time now, I know it's not as long as some of you, but it's been a while. Over the last eight years I've tried a number of things to help reduce my pain and some of them have worked really well while others haven't worked well at all. I won't bother … [Read more...]

Leave a Comment Filed Under: Coping, Tips and Tricks, Treatment Tagged With: cbd oil, Maui Excellent, pain relief

Finding Serenity and Rejuvenation

Last Updated: June 24, 2016

Serenity and Rejuvenation from The Fay Farm

As I shared with her earlier in the week, things have been a little hectic for the last couple of months. Stress has been high, which (thanks to Fibro) has meant increased pain and fatigue. Increased fatigue (combined with more time with my mom) has meant less time to focus on things like blogging … [Read more...]

2 Comments Filed Under: Tips and Tricks, Treatment Tagged With: alternative therapies, anxiety, cbd oil, pain relief, product review, sleep, sleep aids

Ask Me Anything: Counting My Spoons

Last Updated: April 12, 2015

Ask me Anything

This post is filed as Inspiration Sunday, because I flat-out stole the idea from FibroGeek (with her permission, so I guess that's not really stealing). Over the last week or so I've posted out to Twitter and Facebook giving you the opportunity to ask me anything. @_chris_willis asks " I'm … [Read more...]

2 Comments Filed Under: Fibromyalgia, My Life, relationships, Tips and Tricks Tagged With: blogging, cbd oil, diet, sleep, sleep aids

The Fay Farm CBD Oil Products

Last Updated: March 13, 2015

Last month I shared my new favorite product with you - The Fay Farm's CBD Warming Oil. This oil and their CBD lotion are both amazing products and they have really helped me reduce the pain in my shoulders (and other areas). Today I want to tell you more about The Fay Farm. The Fay Farm is a … [Read more...]

7 Comments Filed Under: Coping, Treatment Tagged With: alternative therapies, cbd oil, decreasing pain, decreasing stress, product review

Review of CBD Muscle Rub for Pain Relief

Last Updated: February 13, 2015

Review: Fay Farm Warming CBD muscle rub

Review of Fay Farm CBD Muscle Rub for Pain Relief There are multiple ways of using cannabinoid products without smoking marijuana, and some that are even legal in non-medical marijuana states, CBD oil is one of those. This review covers using CBD muscle rub for pain relief. When The Fay Farm … [Read more...]

15 Comments Filed Under: Fibromyalgia, Treatment Tagged With: alternative therapies, cbd oil, chronic pain, marijuana, product review, review

4 Interesting Tricks to Help You Sleep

Last Updated: September 22, 2014

The joy of Fibromyalgia and Insomnia is that I am always looking for a trick to help me sleep. I've tried counting sheep, I've optimized my sleep hygiene, I take warm epson salt baths, and the magic answer still eludes me. In my search I've come across some very interesting tricks for sleep, that … [Read more...]

6 Comments Filed Under: Extra Spoons, Symptoms, Tips and Tricks, Treatment Tagged With: cbd oil, insomnia, sleep, sleep aids

4 Tips to Improve your Quality of Sleep

Last Updated: June 15, 2010

4 Tips for Improved Sleep Hygiene

Sleep has been a long-standing issue for me, as it is for many who live with fibromyalgia. Sleep hygiene is often recommended for those with sleep issues. But, what is it? Basically, sleep hygiene boils down to some changes to your bedroom and bedtime routine that can help you fall asleep easier … [Read more...]

Leave a Comment Filed Under: Symptoms, Tips and Tricks, Treatment Tagged With: cbd oil, chronic fatigue, epsom salts, insomnia, magnesium, muscle relaxers, sleep

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About Julie

Spoonie. Fibro Warrior. E-health advocate.

Julie Ryan was diagnosed with fibromyalgia in 2010 and endometriosis in 2012. She's lived with chronic migraine most of her life. In 2019 she was diagnosed with inter-cranial hypertension.

Julie has a degree in Psychology, and works as a freelance writer and marketer. Freelance work allows her to work when she can and not be tied to a desk or a schedule. Julie believes in living an inspired life despite chronic illness.

"I have chronic illness, it doesn't have me."

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Blog title inspired by The Spoon Theory, by Christine Miserandino, an excellent explanation of what it's like to live with invisible illness. Read More…

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I am not a doctor. I do not claim to be a doctor. I do not play a doctor on TV or the internet. I simply share my experiences and what has worked for me. We are all different and before you try any new treatment, exercise, supplement, etc you should talk with your doctor (the real one, not the one on TV).

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